- Replace inline __import__("datetime").timedelta hack with proper import
- Remove unused import random in anki_export.py
- Add error handling for Claude CLI subprocess failures in ai.py
- Fix hardcoded absolute path in stt.py with relative Path resolution
- Fix N+1 DB queries in vocab.get_flashcard_batch and dashboard.get_category_breakdown
by adding db.get_all_word_progress() batch query
- Wire Ollama model and Whisper size settings to actually update config
via ai.set_ollama_model() and stt.set_whisper_size()
Co-Authored-By: Claude Opus 4.6 <noreply@anthropic.com>
Persian Language Tutor
A Gradio-based Persian (Farsi) language learning app for English speakers, built around GCSE Persian vocabulary (Pearson specification).
Features
- Vocabulary Study — Search, browse, and study 918 GCSE Persian words across 39 categories
- Flashcards with FSRS — Spaced repetition scheduling (same algorithm as Anki)
- Idioms & Expressions — 25 Persian social conventions with cultural context
- AI Tutor — Conversational Persian lessons by GCSE theme (via Ollama)
- Essay Marking — Write Persian essays, get AI feedback and grading (via Claude)
- Dashboard — Track progress, streaks, and mastery
- Anki Export — Generate .apkg decks for offline study
- Voice Input — Speak Persian via microphone (Whisper STT) in the Tutor tab
Prerequisites
whisper-ollamaconda environment with Python 3.10+- Ollama running locally with
qwen2.5:7b(or another model) - Claude CLI installed (for essay marking / smart mode)
Setup
/home/ys/miniforge3/envs/whisper-ollama/bin/pip install gradio genanki fsrs
Running the app
cd /home/ys/family-repo/Code/python/persian-tutor
/home/ys/miniforge3/envs/whisper-ollama/bin/python app.py
Then open http://localhost:7860 in your browser.
Running tests
cd /home/ys/family-repo/Code/python/persian-tutor
/home/ys/miniforge3/envs/whisper-ollama/bin/python -m pytest tests/ -v
41 tests covering db, vocab, ai, and anki_export modules.
Expanding vocabulary
The vocabulary can be expanded by editing data/vocabulary.json directly or by updating scripts/build_vocab.py and re-running it:
/home/ys/miniforge3/envs/whisper-ollama/bin/python scripts/build_vocab.py
TODO
- Voice-based vocabulary testing — answer flashcard prompts by speaking Persian
- Improved UI theme and layout polish